December 2020 “From the Heart”

This time last year, I was anticipating my youngest daughter’s December graduate school graduation from ECU. We made a family trip to Disney World to celebrate the occasion prior to the ceremony and did all the fun things that come with celebrating a milestone in life for someone you love. I feel so lucky to have been able to have this experience before COVID-19 wreaked havoc on all mass gatherings and events we hold dear. However, based off May/June college/high school graduations, I’m sure new ways will be discovered to celebrate! I continue to be amazed at everyone’s resilience and creativity! Congrats to all the December 2020 graduates!

Christmas will surely look a little different this year, but as mentioned above, there will be new ways to celebrate. And maybe, just maybe, folks will slow down and really celebrate the reason for the season. “For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.” Luke 2:11

Our December cover features Camel City Coffee. Owners Lynn and Chelsea Tart, the mother daughter duo behind this delightful local shop are excited to announce their second location in downtown Winston-Salem. Shop local has and always will be a mantra of Forsyth Magazines but has never been more important than it is now. COVID-19 continues to change so much, but from what I can tell, our community has rallied behind local businesses and has done its best to support them. For that, we thank you!

This marks the ninth “From the Heart” I have written since COVID-19. A tale of two Covids…my husband and I recently battled this baffling virus. One of us had a very mild case, and the other struggled for weeks. No underlying conditions for either of us. We are pretty vigilant on wearing our masks, sanitizing and social distancing. But, for all of our precautions, it happened. As cases surge, I pray you and your family stay safe and, for now, wear a mask! It’s truly an act of love for your community and what we must do for now to get this under control.

Blessings and Merry Christmas!

Robin

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Robin Bralley

Forsyth Family publisher/owner from 2007-2022. She turned over the reins to the very capable Brooke Eagle in 2023 and remains a part of the team as an Account Executive. You’ll also most likely see her stocking magazine racks around town. Robin grew up in Clemmons and has called it home all her life. She has a degree from High Point University and after finding herself downsized from her marketing position in corporate America, Robin joined forces with Forsyth Woman publisher and friend, Keela Johnson to launch Forsyth Family.

She and her husband, Tim, have been married for almost 35 years and share two grown daughters, Briana and Morgan, as well as a son-in-laws, Briana’s husband, Jonathan and Morgan’s husband, Deep! She welcomed her first grandchild in May 2023. Being Mimi to Collins is one of her greatest joys in her semi-retirement. Robin and her family are avid music fans and enjoy going to concerts and movies. She loves traveling, watching birds on her many backyard feeders and flower gardening. She is an active member of New Day Community Church and feels closest to God on her daily walks at Tanglewood Park with husband Tim.

Regarding her favorite thing about Forsyth Magazines, Robin said, “It’s hard to narrow it down to one specific thing, but meeting all of the wonderful people I come in contact with and being a small part of local businesses’ success is top of the list!”

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